1982 XJ650 stock to bobber project - on a budget

Oh yea, I put new tires on it a few months ago too. The old ones were far from safe

 

I like I was thinking about leather'in my cheapy vinyl seat and maybe tooling in a design. It def looks less bulky and more expensive now.

 

I'm diggin' the changes. I'm getting anxious to start cuttin' on mine next weekend/week after.

 

We went and did some rip-roaring down the back roads. It's starting to get nice out again! But it will be cold again by this weekend. Darn!!!

 

dude - the bike is lookin pimp!
im freakin jealous. hahah.

 

awesome as usual. I cant wait to get out too

 

Love the bike and truck. Ive got a noma also. Its only bagged. Wish it was body dropped.

 

It needs a sissy bar.

 

my buddy had a 1982 maxim that i thought was the sickest canvas for the bobber project ive been looking for. so i googled 82 maxim bobber and stumbled across your bike which is dam near EXACTLY how i was picturing mine to look! im in shock. but anyway. i just bought his bike and am going to be starting in on it soon. Ill be PMing you often for some info as i will be doing my frame very similar to yours. Your bike looks awesome man.

Oh and i was also surprised to see the guy with the exact same bike i been wanting to build also has a bagged s10?!

 

That is a sweet ass ride. That's exactly what I'd like to do with mine. Would this work about the same on an XJ1100?

I wish I had your welding and fabrication skills. Want to come up here and build mine for me....? I'd pay ya and keep the beer flowing!

Nice job on the bike.

 

Thanks for the comment XJ1100! I am actually in the process of helping a good friend bob-out his XS1100. I used to have an XS1100 myself, but I didn't have it long enough to get my choppin' hands on it. But an XJ is simular enough and definitly worthy of a chop job. In my opinion, your XJ is more suitable than an XS when it comes to chopping.

If you really are interest in me chopping your bike, let me know. I've done many bikes for others in the past.

 

Keep me posted, let me know if you have any questions. Great looking truck too, very clean, love the first gens!!!

 

Time to blow the dust off this old thread.

I had a request from a fellow forum member to post pictures illustrating where I welded and added new frame to old frame. So here it goes... hope this helps..

Red - New frame material
Green - Stock frame material
Violet - weld seams

 

now thats what i call detailed....
i frequent your thread for inspiration every now and then.
Hows the bike holding up?

 

Bike is doing really well, thanks for asking. I just turned 28,000 miles a few days ago. So I have over 4,000 on the build. I just put some new 'Standard' pod filters on it this season. I'm going to replace the header tape this week too. It's starting to show some wear and tear from abuse. I cleaned the carbs out again this year and that really helped too.... I'm still having fun on it everyday. I rode it in the rain Saturday and got freakin soaked - all down my back!!!!

 

Honestly, I would do it in a second, but I'm in Northern Minnesota. Just getting it to you would cost a ton of money not to mention the cost for you to bob it. But, the ride back would be a hoot!

I can't stand these threads! I really want to tear mine down, but I just don't have the time or the place to do it right now. I think I'm becoming obessessed with the idea of chopping up my bike. Hell, I'd even be happy getting rid of the back portion of the seat. Just making the back end look lower would be good enough. Don't get me wrong, I love my XJ, but when I see a bobber and the way the back end is dropped down, it makes me drool!

 

My '82 XJ650 is the Seca. Are you aware of any differences in the frame? And how's that exhaust treat ya come inspection? I'm outside of Philly. Rid eup here year round, come rain, snow, or shine!

 

I'm sure there are differences in the frame. Mine is shaft drive and yours is chain for one. But the concepts are the same. We dont have any inspections in this part of the state, so I lucked out.

 

Nah, mine's shaft drive too. But my mechanic would laugh at me if I showed up for inspection with an open exhaust.

 

Bike is up for sale now $3000

Not your average bike for the average rider.
Title in hand with my name on it
14,000 miles
Drag bars
Strait pipes that are loud and throw flames
Hardtailed
Solo seat using engine valve springs for ride quality
Semi flat black
Modified rear fender with custom tail lights
Shortened and reduced wiring harness and custom battery box
All gauges, lights and turn signals work as they should.

Recently replaced this year:
Battery
Front and rear tires
Spark plugs
Ignition coils and wires
Handle bar grips
Clutch
Front and rear wheel bearing
Engine oil and filter
Rear end fluid
Header tape
Clutch and brake levers
Rebuilt master cylinder
Rebuilt and jetted carburetors
Recovered seat with lambs skin leather
Pod air filters
New engine side covers that don’t say ‘Yamaha’
Freshly cleaned tank – spotless
Repainted tank and handlebars
Rebuilt pet cock
Fuel lines
I can remove the gauges if that’s your thing too.

No tire kickers, joy rides, or pointless viewings. Cash only, no checks. I accept paypal if you like to use credit cards, paypal fees apply. As far as trades goes: I’m also in interested in guns, traditional hot rods & parts, tools, & metal fab equipment. No other trades and no junk please.
Reason to sell: I just had two friends involved in near fatal motorcycles accidents in the past week, one is still in the hospital in a coma. I don't want to become the third accident victim. Time for me to get rid of all my motorcycles and build something else. I also have a bobber project Kawasaki KZ900, a nearly complete 1981 Yamaha 650 Maxim, and a slightly modified 2007 Honda Shadow Spirit C2 for sale.

This picture was taken as it sits today. No surprises. Get on it and ride it home today. Ready to go, no open issues.

Call or text Christian, serious inquiries only.
309-212-9050
Bloomington, IL

I will deliver within 150 miles for a fee. Deposit required.